Teak wood carvings, Chettinad columns, Karaikudi tiles: Kerala's coastal cottages inspired this 3,000 sq ft home in Pune

Monica Gaur's Pune residence draws inspiration from Kerala's traditional coastal cottages. The expansive layout emphasizes communal areas and natural ventilation throughout the home. Handcrafted interiors showcase India's rich artistic heritage and indigenous paintings. Artisans lived on-site for two years to meticulously craft the custom structure. This home blends historic South Indian elements with contemporary functional layouts.

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